Taronga Zoo
Taronga Zoo is the city zoo of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia and is located on the shores of Sydney Harbour in the suburb of Mosman. Divided into eight zoo geographic regions, the 21-hectare (52-acre) Taronga Zoo is home to over 2,600 animals of 340 species. It has a zoo shop, a cafe, and information center.
Situated on spectacular Sydney Harbour, Taronga Zoo is an experience not to be missed. Located just 12 minutes from the city by ferry, Taronga Zoo offers up to 20 free keeper talks and animal shows throughout the day. The Sky Safari cable car connects the ferry to the main entrance.
Taronga Zoo is home to thousands of exotic and native species including native animals such as Kangaroos, Koalas, Tasmanian Devils, Platypus, Wombats, Wallabies, Quokkas, Emus and Crocodiles. Exotic species include rare Western Lowland Gorillas, Sumatran Tigers, Snow Leopards, Sun Bears, Chimpanzees, Giraffes, Zebras, Thai Asian Elephants.
This place is good for take your children to enjoy holiday, and overseas tourist feel wild life in south pacific ocean!
If you are interest to go, the following information may be useful for you:
Location:
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Bradleys Head Rd, Mosmon
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How to Get There:
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By Ferry (best way): A 12-minute ferry ride from Wharf 2, Circular Quay
By Bus: Bus 247 departs from Wynyard bus station to and from the Zoo's Main Entrance daily - a 30 minute one way trip. By Car: Parking is available for 120 cars (temporary). A fee applies. |
Telephone:
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+61 2 9969 2777
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Opening Hours:
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Open from 9.30am, every day of the year including Christmas day. Closing time varies in winter, please check the Taronga Zoo website for details.
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Services:
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Wheelchair hire; Stroller hire; Foreign language information sheets; Hot & cold food outlets; Animal presentations (For times).
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